Category Archives: Travel & Tourism

musafir.com Unveils 2025 Summer Travel Trends for UAE: From “Calmcations” to “Townsizing,” It’s All About Smart, Soulful Getaways

Dubai, UAE –16 July, 2025– As summer travel peaks across the UAE, musafir.com, the region’s leading travel platform, reveals its Summer Travel Trends Insights, capturing a dynamic shift in how UAE residents are planning their holidays this year.

From staycations and slowcations to mystery travel, this year’s travel season is being shaped by a mix of value-conscious decisions, wellness-driven escapes, and a growing desire for personalization and privacy.

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Jashanmal Group Launches Piquadro x Ducati Travel Collection in the UAE – Exclusively available at Jashanmal UAE stores

The collection is available across Jashanmal stores at Dubai Mall, Dubai Hills Mall, and Reem Mall.

Dubai, UAE July 1st, 2025: Jashanmal Group, a legacy brand with over a century of retail and distribution excellence since 1919, proudly announces the launch of the Piquadro and Ducati limited-edition travel collection in the UAE. Piquadro and Ducati have come together in a partnership rooted in innovation and design. As the exclusive partner for this premium collaboration, Jashanmal is offering this luxury collection at Dubai Mall, Dubai Hills Mall, and Reem Mall.

The Piquadro and Ducati partnership is aimed at connecting with true enthusiasts. This special collection is designed for those who embody energy, passion, and dynamism. The Piquadro and Ducati line redefines luxury travel and the limited-edition collection includes weatherproof roll-top backpacks, an exclusive reinterpretation of the iconic Piquadro Corner line, cherished by a young and style-conscious audience. It also features two polycarbonate trolleys, inspired by the iconic Piquadro PQ POP line, available in red and black, and crafted to deliver maximum lightness, style, and durability.

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Mastercard-Crescent Rating Global Muslim Travel Index reveals trends shaping the future of Halal travel

10th annual report spotlights leading Muslim-friendly destinations worldwide

Dubai, UAE; June 18, 2025 – As awareness of Muslim travelers’ needs grows, Halal travel is increasingly shaping how destinations design and deliver experiences. According to the newly released 2025 Mastercard-CrescentRating Global Muslim Travel Index (GMTI), international Muslim arrivals reached 176 million in 2024 – up 25% from 2023 – and are projected to grow to 245 million by 2030. By then, total travel spending is expected to reach USD$230 billion, highlighting the growing influence and economic potential of this vibrant market.

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Ethiopian Airlines commences new passenger service to Sharjah

Sharjah – June 3, 2025: Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest network operating carrier and one of the world’s fastest-growing airline brands, has launched a new passenger service Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, to Addis Ababa effective June 1, 2025.

The route launch and inaugural flight was celebrated in Sharjah with a vibrant event attended by H.E. Sheikh Khalid Isam Al Qassimi, Chairman of the Department of Civil Aviation – Sharjah, H.E. Oumer Hussien, Ambassador of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia to the UAE, Mr. Solomon Begashaw, Area Manager, Ethiopian Airlines (UAE), Mrs. Rahel Assefa, Vice President – Marketing, Ethiopian Airlines Group, Mr. Khalid Waleed Al Mansoori, Manager – Overseas Promotions Department, Sharjah Tourism, and other officials from Sharjah Government and Ethiopian Airlines.

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Wellness, nature and food drive 2025 travel trends in EEMEA, according to Mastercard Economics Institute

  • Hurghada and Sharm El-Sheikh in top 15 trending destinations for global travelers this summer[1]
  • Jeddah and Riyadh have seen a rise in passenger traffic in 2024 compared to 2019
  • Istanbul tops the list of globalized foodie cities, which also features Doha, Dubai, Marrakech and Cape Town
  • South Africa and Zambia dominate cross-border spending within national park areas, Namibia leads wellness travel, and Kenya is a fast-growing contender

Dubai, UAE; 13 May 2025: The Mastercard Economics Institute (MEI) today released Travel Trends 2025, its annual report with unique and proprietary consumer spending insights globally. While exchange rates and geopolitical dynamics can influence consumer behavior, the report highlights that passions and purpose-driven motivations remain strong drivers shaping the travel industry.

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